Reddit mentions of Roku Express | Easy High Definition (HD) Streaming Media Player (2018)

I don't have a smart TV, but I do have a Roku - I use that to watch things like this on my TV, that are on YouTube. As long as you have a router, you can use a Roku since it doesn't require a smart TV to work. You just plug it into your TV using the HDMI cable, or if you have an older TV, you can get a Roku Express+, which uses the older composite cables.

Roku Express (with HDMI cable): https://www.amazon.com/Roku-Express-Definition-Streaming-Player/dp/B075XN1NZC/

Roku Express+ (with composite cables): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2AJZ5P/

NTA look on amazon for a roku or similar streaming device, you can find one for under $20-25

Roku Express | Easy High Definition (HD) Streaming Media Player https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XN1NZC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qO9lDbKDTAYR8

Edit: I also play musical TV’s with my whole family, get into Pc gaming ;)

A Roku doesn't cost much.
https://www.amazon.com/Roku-Express-More-Powerful-Streaming/dp/B075XN1NZC

What about a [Roku Express?] (https://www.amazon.com/Roku-Express-Definition-Streaming-Player/dp/B075XN1NZC/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1543333356&sr=1-4&keywords=roku)

I have used the Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast, and the Apple TV is definitely the fastest and smoothest operating out of the 3.

I really only use my Chromecast to cast my laptop or phone screen to the TV. The fact that you have to cast the app from a phone or other device is a bit annoying to me.

IMHO, the Roku is a decent compromise between the two, and it's only $30. The only gripe about the Roku is that navigating menus seems a little slow and not as smooth. Once you play a show, it doesn't buffer or anything (unless there are issues with the internet connection, obviously). I know "regular" Hulu works on it, I'm not sure about Live TV.

There's also the Fire TV Stick, which I haven't used much. I've heard good things, but it's not compatible with YouTube TV, so I won't be getting one until they are. It's a little pricier than the Roku ($40), but it may be worth it. The one time I used it, it seemed more smooth to navigate than the Roku. I also can't vouch for whether Hulu Works on it, but I am assuming it does. Someone else can chime in.

As long as your TV has an HDMI port, you can use any of the devices. The Roku Express is similar to the Chromecast in that you can either plug it into the USB port for power (which is the only reason it plugs into a USB, there's no data being transferred or anything), or you can buy a USB adapter to plug into a normal household outlet (like you'd use for a cell phone). The Fire TV Stick may use the same thing, but I'm not 100% sure. The Apple TV and larger Roku use a standard household plug for power.

As the other guy mentioned the Roku is a better choice than the Firestick. Among other downsides one of the bad things about the Firestick is that it doesn't have official youtube support.

They have a $30 1080p version and a $60 4k version. Assuming the sale is the same as last year the 4k Roku should get down to around $40 on Black Friday.

30$ express ( cheapest)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075XN1NZC/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1524022340&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=roku+express&dpPl=1&dpID=31V0CkvZQnL&ref=plSrch

50$ streaming stick ( version I have)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075XN5L53/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1524022416&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=roku+streaming+stick&dpPl=1&dpID=31ORC5nJj7L&ref=plSrch

64$ streaming stick +(4k enabled) same as stick with 4k

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075XLWML4/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1524022439&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=roku+streaming+stick&dpPl=1&dpID=313XSCJk0CL&ref=plSrch

I would recommend the streaming stick but the basic version would work fine.

this right here :https://www.amazon.com/Roku-Express-Definition-Streaming-Player/dp/B075XN1NZC/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=roku+stick&qid=1573655545&sr=8-4

roku is the best media streaming box for a reason

I would not get the Roku streaming sticks. I have a Roku Express and a Streaming Stick+ and I regret getting the stick. I've had so many problems with it, including the remote randomly un-pairing and heat problems. I definitely suggest the Roku Express for $24 or the Roku Premiere for just under $40 if you want something a bit nicer or 4k.

>massive and expensive inconvenience

This streaming device costs less than $25 and uses fewer wires than a cable box.

I honestly would love this too. But in the mean time, just get a Roku. Their like 25-30 bucks.

Roku Express | Easy High Definition (HD) Streaming Media Player https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XN1NZC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xZXzCbZB179R2